Richard Henegar, LMFT
- 40 years experience
- Family and relationship focus
- Video phone chat messaging
About Richard Henegar
He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversation and treatment plans to match the client’s specific circumstances and goals. His practice emphasizes practical strategies drawn from established therapeutic approaches to address both immediate symptoms and underlying patterns. Treatment focus can include family dynamics, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, dissociation, and self-harm when appropriate.
Recognizing that beginning therapy takes courage, Richard aims to create a supportive environment where people feel heard and understood. He works collaboratively with clients to set realistic goals and to adapt interventions to their unique needs, helping them build skills and insight over time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Richard Henegar have?
Richard Henegar has 40 years of professional experience.
Is Richard Henegar a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 22959.
In which languages does Richard Henegar provide therapy?
Richard Henegar provides therapy in English.
Where is Richard Henegar located?
Richard Henegar is located in California.
How can I work with Richard Henegar as my therapist?
Clients can work with Richard Henegar through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Richard Henegar work with international clients?
Yes, Richard Henegar works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Richard Henegar cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Richard Henegar
Richard Henegar draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; CBT is practical and often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and obsessive-compulsive concerns. He also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to support emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for impulsivity, intense emotions, and relationship difficulties. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) informs his work on family and relationship dynamics by helping people recognize and reshape interaction patterns that maintain conflict or distance.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Richard collaborates with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then adapts techniques from these approaches to find the best fit. This collaborative planning helps ensure therapy aligns with the client’s life and values, and adjustments are made as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for those balancing work, family, or geographic constraints. Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to stay engaged in therapy in ways that suit their schedule and comfort. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access licensed professionals and therapists from different locations.